New Delhi, Aug. 4 -- Mathura Sridharan, a US lawyer of Indian origin with a strong legal track record, was appointed Ohio's 12th solicitor general. Many on social media mocked her for wearing a 'bindi' on her forehead and said she did not deserve the post.

One social media post read, "Is she a Christian? That's the biggest factor that concerns me. Based on the bindi on her forehead, I worry she is not. That absolutely should matter to us when choosing our leaders."

Another comment stated, "She's Indian. They all have a loyalty first to other Indians. horrible pick. Totally un-American. The GOP is pathetic."

"Why would you select someone who isn't an American for such an important role?," asked another X user. "Nothing says "Ohioan" lik...